ENGAGE IN STEAM

Explore STEAM Opportunities!

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It will be updated regularly as new opportunities for you are presented. What you do in your spare time (extracurricular activities) matter!

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Curiosity is the first step!

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Recommended grade level: 6th - 9th
Total time: 1.5 - 2 hours

Course Topics: The Careers Powering STEM Industries, Big Data and the Internet of Things, Future of Manufacturing and Design, and The Algorithms Behind Recommendations.

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Fast-Faster-Fastest "The Invention Age"

According to Qualcomm, 5G will transform the way we interact with technology. Qualcomm refers to it as the "Invention Age". Read entire article at the next link:

https://www.qualcomm.com/invention/5g/what-is-5g

More about the Invention Age: https://www.qualcomm.com/invention-age

Check out this CNBC video with more information: https://youtu.be/2DG3pMcNNlw

Technology's pace keeps increasing - Are you catching up?

Get involved in STEAM

HCC/AMN Healthcare Scholarship

Through Health Care Communicators (HCC) of San Diego, high school seniors in San Diego County who plan to enter the health care field after college can apply to win a $2,000 scholarship courtesy of AMN Healthcare. The application deadline is June 30. Visit the HCC website for more information.

BBB Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) will award five scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,500 to incoming high school students who submit an essay about the importance of ethics and integrity. The application deadline is Aug. 30. Winners must be present at the Torch Awards for Ethics awards ceremony Oct. 9. Visit the BBB scholarships page for more information. View an informational flyer.

Congressional App Challenge

The Congressional App Challenge is the most prestigious prize in student computer science.

Ready, Set, CODE! REGISTER IN 2019! #HOUSEOFCODE

student sign-in will open on June 5th, 2019.

To be eligible to participate in the Congressional App Challenge, you must be a middle or high school student at the time of app submission. Students may register as individuals or as teams of up to four.

STEAM Education at Rancho Del Rey Middle Library

Rancho Del Rey Middle School's Library's STEM DonorsChoose STEM Project has been selected as a project worth of matching by San Diego Gas & Electric.

This project will help the library to expose students to coding (programming) in a fun and engaging way. Read more and support this DonorsChoose Campaing HERE!

The Experiment Digital is a free, virtual exchange program from the U.S. Department of State that allows students from the United States to connect with peers from different countries. The program runs for eight weeks, from June 24 to Aug.18. The exchanges take place online, so students can participate from anywhere.

By participating in The Experiment Digital, students receive a certificate of completion in leadership and global issues analysis, access to the Department of State’s International Exchange Alumni network, unique project funding opportunities from the Department of State, and a $400 scholarship towards participation in one of The Experiment’s programs around the world.

More information HERE

If you attend one of the following schools you can attend a FREE summer Cybercamp

Cybercamp dates: June 10 - 14, 2019

Eastlake Middle School

Contact: Joseph Kelleher

joseph.kelleher@sweetwaterschools.org

Rancho Del Rey Middle School - Camp Information HERE

Contact: Dr. Luis Lopez

luis.lopez2@sweetwaterschools.org

Olympian High School

Contact: Alicia Pentz-Lopez

Alicia.Pentz-Lopez@sweetwaterschools.org

Summer Y.E.S. Academy by Southwestern College

Youth Excellence & Success Academy (Y.E.S.)

Y.E.S. (Youth Excellence and Success) Academy provides summer options to families to enroll their student(s) into Sally Ride Science Junior Academy STEAM courses and/or CFK Classic courses. All courses take place on the Southwestern College Chula Vista campus (900 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910) and provides students with a new and unique experience into a college atmosphere.

STEAM courses offer four 1-week sessions that run Monday-Thursday, in the mornings. Registration is accepted until the Wednesday before each course begins.

Week 1: June 10-13, 2019 / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Week 2: June 17-20, 2019 / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Week 3: July 1-3, 2019 (no program July 4) / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Week 4: July 8-11, 2019 / 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sally Ride Science STEAM course students need to be entering 4th-10th grade, with no additional eligibility requirements.

GAERF 2019 Student Design Competition -Deadline June 7

Design and produce a printed greeting card for the occasion of your choice. Express a sentiment in a unique way that appeals to a broad audience.

1st Place Awards: $2,000 Plus a two-day all expenses paid trip for the student and instructor to attend PRINT® 19 in Chicago, IL, October 3-5, 2019.
2nd Place Awards: $1,500
3rd Place Awards: $1,000

Details an application

GAERF 2019 Student Design Competition -Deadline June 7

Dates: June 24 - June 28, 2019

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (each day)

What is the GenCyber Program?

The GenCyber Academy of Excellence is a week-long program focused on technical aspects of cybersecurity including core concepts guided by Cyber First Principles offered at University of San Diego (USD).

No Cost To Participate

In order to stimulate learning and encourage future professionals to the cyber industry, the National Security Agency (NSA) has awarded funding to the University of San Diego to provide this program, materials and meals at no cost for admitted students.

More details HERE

Application Link HERE

Basic Requirements

Minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.25
Currently enrolled in 11th or 12th grade
Minimum age 16
U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions
Must reside within 50 miles of a Northrop Grumman location
Resume required

Details:

Internship duration: June - August 2019 (8 weeks)
Internships are PAID: 32 - 40 hour work week
Engineering internships include:

Electrical or Mechanical Design
Computer Programming
Manufacturing
Systems Engineering

Learn more about it HERE

APPLY HERE

Community service during the summer at Sothwestern Community College

Southwestern College’s Y.E.S. Academy (formally College for Kids) can use your help!

They are looking for students to volunteer with their UCSD Sally Ride Science courses this summer. Courses to volunteer for will range from science to chemistry to marine biology!

*Volunteers must be entering High School Juniors or Seniors*

Dates: JUNE 10-13, JUNE 17-20, JULY 1-3 & JULY 8-11

Times: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Flyer HERE

Questions? Registration:

(619) 421-6700 X 5953

SWCCOLLEGE4KIDS@SWCCD.EDU

WWW.SWCCD.EDU/CFK

Girls STEM Camp: SDSU Femineer Program

SDSU's College of Engineering Femineer Program will be offering the following summer STEM camps for girls:

Incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th graders for the 2019-2020 school year:

Option 1: June 17 - 19, 2019
Option 2: July 30 - August 1, 2019

Incoming 9th and 10th graders for the 2019-2020 school year:

Option 1: July 1 - 3, 2019
Option 2: July 22 - 24, 2019

Each day runs from 9 am - 3 pm. Drop-off/Pick-up will be at 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182. You are responsible for getting your daughter to and from the camp site (we will not be providing transportation or additional child care).

At this 3-day STEM camp, girls will code robots, create circuit artwork (& take it home!), explore with various tools & technology, and much more! The $225 camp registration fee includes: supplies for the hands-on STEM activities during the 3-day camp at SDSU, a Girls STEM Camp swag bag, and daily snacks. Flyer HERE

Camp NAWIC San Diego provides a unique week-long, hands-on approach to a construction career to high school girls at no cost to the participants. Campers learn the basic elements of various construction trades and develop a “can-do” attitude they can apply in many aspects of their lives.

Who can attend? Any girl from 9th through 12th grade

Event Dates/Times: June 17-21 [7:30am-4pm]

Location: The Associated General Contractors facilities

6212 Ferris Square, San Diego, CA 92121

Space is limited - First-Come-First-Served

Registration deadline May 15, 2019 or after 100 registrations (which ever comes first)

Register Today!

Full program's details and registration can be found HERE

STEAM programs and activities in San Diego

San Diego as a STEM-rich region needs to be ready for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. The San Diego STEM ECO System connects the community with regional STEAM events and programs. Find a STEAM Opportunity for you today! HERE.

SUHSD Board Members

Paula Hall, Kevin J. Pike, Nicholas Segura, Arturo Solis, Frank A. Tarantino

Dr. Karen Janney -Superintendent-

ENGAGE IN STEAM

Opportunities for you to enrich your education with STEAM

ENGAGE IN STEAM

Opportunities for you to enrich your education with STEAM

Explore STEAM Opportunities!

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STEM Career Exploration

Take an online, self-paced course to EXPLORE STEM

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Get ready for 5G Technology!

Fast-Faster-Fastest "The Invention Age"

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Scholarship Opportunities for Students

HCC/AMN Healthcare Scholarship

BBB Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship

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Congressional App Challenge

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STEAM Education at Rancho Del Rey Middle Library

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The Experiment Digital

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SUHSD 2019 Summer Cybercamps

If you attend one of the following schools you can attend a FREE summer Cybercamp

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Summer Y.E.S. Academy by Southwestern College

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GAERF 2019 Student Design Competition -Deadline June 7

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2019 USD GenCyber Academy of Excellence

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Northrop Grumman STEM High School Internship Program

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Do you need Community Service hours?

Community service during the summer at Sothwestern Community College

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20th SUHSD Math Field Day -Middle Schools- May 11, 2019

20th Math Field Day

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Girls STEM Camp: SDSU Femineer Program

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Summer Camp NAWIC San Diego for Girls 9th-12th

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STEAM programs and activities in San Diego

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College and Career Readiness Office\STEAM

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